Big_Jon

Hi, I am returning to the LR fold after a 5 year break (previously a ,V8 90 CSW). I am looking for a 2002 onward 90 in any form in the £10-11K range (under 100k miles) and have taken a look at about 10 landies. All have been quite disappointing and have either had very tatty bodywork or rusty cross members / bulkheads and no service history. Am I being realistic??? Or just looking in the wrong places e.g. Autotrader and ebay. Anyone know of a nice example in this range. Cheers Jon

Dear All, Unfortunately I have to sell my factory original v890CSW, 1988 vintage. This really is a very nice example and took me six months to find some three years ago. In summary: 63K genuine miles (documentation available) Starts and runs beautifully (lots of documented oil changes) Quiet lt85! Sound chassis with new outriggers and rear cross member No rot in bulkhead Very tidy original interior Very good bodywork with no dents to speak of Sound doors with just a few bubbles on the rear door Red Polybushes New spings and decarbon shocks Brand new rostyle wheels Everything works properly! It really is one of the best original examples out there and would love to sell to a good home But what can I realistically expect for it? Cheers Jon

I have always found that biological washing powder/liquid is good - the liquid is better as it dissolves easily. Go for the non-colour versions as they contain bleaching agents also. You can leave it to soak for an hour or so (to let the enzymes do their stuff) and scrub from time to time with a stiff brush. It may take a few applications, but my seats came up a treat after this treatment. Jon

Thanks, Should have mentioned that drums were also replaced at the same time. So it looks as if some of the parts may not be up to spec. The drums were Bearmach the shoes were Paddocks specials........... Are mintex shoes worth a go? Jon

Dear All, I recently overhauled my rear hub brakes. Replaced cylinders, hubs, shoes and springs. Ever since I have been aware of a slight “unevenness” when braking at very low speed i.e. brakes feel on then off. Took things apart to check this out and the shoes are wearing unevenly Any idea what the problem is. I thought that it may be U/S shoes? Wheel bearings show no movement so think that they are OK. Thanks Jon

Thanks, I understand how these items work...... I just wanted some simple guidance on the engine temperature at which full drive should be transferred to the fan. Judging by electric thermostats this should probably be about 88 deg? Cheers Jon

Hi, I was wondering at what temperature my viscous fan should lock-in at. I have a VDO gauge and sender that appears very accurate and you can see that the thermostat open spot on 82deg. The gauge reading has reached about 90 deg but the fan is still slack. Is it time for a new viscous unit or do I let the temp climb higher?? BTW it’s a v8 90 on carbs. Cheers Jon

Hi, I have powerpoint file of the fuse designations, PM your email address and I will be happy to sent it. Jon

Hi, I was wondering where I could get a mid box replacement pipe for a V8 90 . Anyone tried this? I Was wondering about the overall effect? Cheers Jon

Try these guys in Bury http://www.a1landroverbreakers.co.uk/ I have visited but not bought anything... Jon

I had a look at a V8 90 there a couple of years ago. Price was about £5500 so I was expecting something nice…………. and I was promised it was. Big mistake! It was in a right state with holes bulkhead and chassis. The guy even refused to let me tap the chassis with my hammer……….It was OK though because I managed put my finger through the front outriggers without much effort. Needless to say I left that one alone and went and found something nice. Be very careful of the descriptions made and think twice about a long journey. Jon

Looks like its 5/8 UNF and Merlin motorsport do the correct sender. http://merlinmotorsport.co.uk/product_info...roducts_id=6151 Jon

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew the thread of the temperature sender for a v8 on SU carbs 1988 (from a 90). I plan to replace mine with a VDO gauge and sender. The original part number is PRC2506. Anyone recommend a supplier in UK? Cheers Jon

Fantastic! Thanks. Jon

Hi All, Just wondering if anybody had the fuse designations for a 1988 V8 90 CSW – just to stop me having to unplug them all and work it all out……… Cheers Jon